LGBT Events for Central Florida - Tampa, Orlando, Saint Petersburg

2011)

Written by Scott Spar

Last Week in Review

Today is December 1st and is officially known as World AIDS Day. There are 2 very important events going on today both in Orlando and Tampa that if you can, you really should attend. This is something that as a community we must put a STOP to and the only way of doing it is to show our unconditional support as a community by standing united together. Hope and Help is hosting a fundraising breakfast in Orlando and Metro Wellness is hosting the Tampa Red Ribbon Run. If you can't physically attend, please try to donate something if not just your time to this very much needed cause. As always, until next week...much love to you all! Peace out, Scott.

LGBT Events for Central Florida

Thursday, December 1st

Tonight, the Metro Wellness Center is hosting one of the most anticipated fundraising events of the year on behalf of World AIDS Day, The Tampa Bay Red Ribbon Run. The event will take place at the Lowry Park Zoo and will feature a 3k Fun Run, a 1mile Walk and a Virtual Run. This is an annual fundraiser to support HIV/AIDS education, advocacy, prevention and treatment through the Metro Wellness Center. Check in is from 5:30 pm-6:30 pm and the opening ceremonies are from 6:30pm-7:00pm. The run/walk starts at 7:00 pm followed by the awards ceremony at 8:00 pm.

Friday, December 2nd

Georgie's Alibi Saint Petersburg is giving you a double dose of Flowers this weekend with none only than the lady herself, Miss Nina Flowers. Nina was best known for her time spent on RuPaul's Drag Race but has since made one hell of a name for herself. Tonight, Nina will be performing for you live at 10 pm sharp, this is one show you should be sure NOT to miss. Now, for those of you who didn't know, Nina Flowers is a DJ as well and what an amazing DJ she is. She will be spinning tomorrow night, Saturday December 3rd, so if it's dancing you're looking to do Georgie's is where you'll want to be. There is no cover for either of these events. Georgiesalibi.com

lgbt-events-central-florida-2 She's Back everyone, so gird your loins! America's Comedy Drag Queen and YouTube Sensation Miss Sheri Vine is back for her second command performance tonight at Steam Fridays at The Honey Pot. If you haven't seen her perform or haven't seen her parody music videos, YOU HAVE TO! Look her up on YouTube and be prepared to roll over laughing because yes, she's that funny. Now, after you see her on YouTube, head right on over to Steam and you can see this comedic marvel live on stage TONIGHT! Billboard Magazine reporting DJ/VJ Greg Anderson spins in the main room all night long. Yborclubs.com

Saturday, December 3rd

It's the time of the year again to "Light Up The Courtyard" at The Parliament House Resort. Come out and join Don, Susan and the rest of the Parliament House Resort staff as they flip the switch for one of the most beautifully decorated locations, with over 100 Christmas Trees and lights, in Central Florida. This event is free for the whole community to attend and will feature a parade, a marching band and of course Santa Claus himself! There will also be two Footlight Players shows at 10 pm and Midnight. Parliamenthouse.com

Lettuce Rejoice tonight at Revolution because the green goddess drag queen herself, Hedda Lettuce is performing live at 8 pm in the Majestic Theatre. This event is in commemoration of Tweeka Weed's birthday, who we sadly recently lost, and all monies raised will be donated to The Barber Fund. This is a great reason to come out to raise money for a great cause while having a lot of fun with friends. Revolutionorlando.com

lgbt-events-central-florida-4 Tonight, Pulse Orlando is throwing it all to the paparazzi because Pulsate Saturdays is going glam with Celebrity Trash 3! Come out tonight and bring your inner celebrity with you! They will all be there, from today's trashiest celebrities to any celebrity from the past. They will be hosting a costume contest at 12:30 am so be on your A game boys and girls because you just never know who's going to be there snapping pictures of you winning the show! Pulseorlando.net

Sunday, December 4th

Bananas: An American Diner proudly presents Gospel Brunch Sundays. Their funky version of Sunday Services are held at 11:30 am and again at 1 pm and what a service it is, lol. The show is presided over by Sister Danielle Hunter along with Sister Dena Cass and all of their special choir guests. The food is great and the show is hysterical so come out, break some bread with them and just have a great time. What a great way to start your Sunday Funday. Bananasdiner.com

Tuesday, December 6th

It's the most popular night of the week at Hamburger Mary's in Orlando because tonight is HamBingo! Miss Sammy and Carol Lee call the balls along with singing, jokes and just a whole lot of fun. The games start at 6:30 and most always sells out so Mary really does recommend reservations. You can make them by calling 321-319-0600. Hamburgermarys-orlando.com